Living History Days in Arichat
Next Date: Aug 8, 2025
“Living History Days” takes place four Friday afternoons in August (8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th). Visit four displays set in differen...
Boogies Corner Band at the Bras d'Or Lakes Inn
Richmond County-based Boogies Corner Band consists of friends old and new who have been getting together to play at benefits, dances, and kitchen parties for more than a decade. Primarily playing old classic rock, some Country swing, and blues, the lineup varies based on who is available, but the main players in the group are Dennis “Nick the Pick” Boudreau, Marcel “Stretch” Marchand, Francis Boudreau, Ryan Boudreau, Vince Burke, and Becky Bourinot.
7pm | Free
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Next Date: Jul 20, 2025
Region: Bras d’Or Lake
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